its beginning to look a lot like...

Its appears that everyone is knee deep in holiday madness...must be that time of year! I made the mistake of going to the mall yesterday for a few last minute gifts, definitely not the best idea. But I've got to get the presents somehow! I am so excited to celebrate with friends and family this weekend. And trying to fit everything in before I leave friday morning for TX. Cant wait! Heres a little holiday cheer!! Are you ready for this weekend? 

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xxLily

hermes h

The Hermes avalon blanket is one of the most iconic, classic and chic pieces around. How can it not "make" any room that its in? The blanket will literally work in any room you put it in and obviously adds a whole lot as well! I love the orange and pink combo but the classic gray and black combos are fabulous as well. Its a piece on my "forever wish list". Is it on your wish list as well? 

images via my pinterest

xxLily

lemon lime

Neon lime/yellow has been all over the place recently. Must be a big color for Spring! Love how bright and cheery it is but not quite sure I could pull it off...but I have seen lots of blondes wearing the color so maybe I should rethink that! Net-a-porter has a fabulous selection of all kinds of neon lime/yellow. Do you plan on adding this bright neon hue into your spring wardrobe? 

images via my pinterest

xxLily

the day I met rachel zoe

It all started out as a fun day holiday shopping in beverly hills...until rachel zoe walked by and the day got a whole lot more exciting! I could not believe it and I am so not the type to get excited about "famous" people but rachel zoe is on a whole other level. Did I mention that rodger and their adorable son were there as well? She is obviously beyond fabulous and one of my very favorites...wearing fur and chanel of course! Meeting her only made me love her even more because she was SO very sweet! Heres me (and my friend) overly excited to be standing next to RZ and some of my fav RZ looks! How was your weekend?

images via my pinterest

xxLily

trim the tree

I really can't believe that it is only a little over a week until christmas is here ! How can that be possible? I am only just starting my christmas shopping and don't have much time...thank goodness for online shopping ! The one thing I did do was get a tree last week and that has certainly made it feel more like the holiday season. I haven't done much decorating other than the tree. Have you decorated for the holidays? If I had the time to decorate more I would want it to look like this:

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xxLily

instagram addiction

I am completely obsessed with my new iPhone...just as I imagined I would be. And I think I am even more obsessed with instagram! I know its nothing new but I am hooked. I love being able to instantly edit and update photos! And I love being able to look at other fabulous photos throughout the day. Do you use instagram? Leave your username below or find me, lilygray if you do! Heres a little bit of my past week or so...as seen through instagram. 

xxLily

all that glitters is not gold

Today Susi from Design Shuffle is filling in for me while I finish up my very last final! She's here to talk about metallics...one of my very most favorite things and what better time of year than now?


Hi, Im Susi, a writer for Design Shuffle, a fabulous social media site where design lovers can meet, share ideas and show off projects. I love my job because I get to visit amazing blogs like Gold & Gray and talk about interior design. Today's article is about mixing metallics because as we know, all that glitters is not gold. And that's not a bad thing.


Mixing metallics, layering warm and cool metallics, gives a room a chic look that feels modern no matter the style. Here are some of my favorite metallics that add glitter and sparkle to a room.

This is the room that inspired this post. I love the antique gold of the mirror mixed with the silvery color of the mirrored chest below it. Mixing the two metallics brings out the silver highlights of the mirror.

Silver leaf, chrome and stainless steel create a symphony of silver tones in this kitchen. These cool metallics work equally well paired with warm and light woods.





Love the mix of gold, antique gold and bronze in the frames on this dark wall. Subtle variations in metallics are sophisticated in living room designs.





Silver and gold can be mixed together in the same space or even in the same object. These silvered glass votives have a warm, almost gold inside that would be gorgeous with candlelight.





A tarnished silver chandelier is very dramatic in this dining room. Mixed with dark metal stools at the counter, these metals have a low lustre sheen that is perfect for this modern farmhouse room.





Rose gold, copper and bronze have a lovely pink undertone that is a nice break from yellow gold but has the same sparkle. Of course, aged bronze or patinaed bronze is much darker and has a very different feel to it.





Looking for decorating ideas for a modern space? Try these. A brass bookshelf has a great aged patina that gives it depth. It is mixed with giltwood framed prints , making a palette of warm metallics.





This vintage bathroom blends metallics with ease. The copper tub has a silvery faucet; there is a bronze lamp and a brass mirror. This mix of metallics works. Images ( 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 )


If you thought this post was worthy of being gold, take a look at Design Shuffle, where you can gain inspirations and connect with interior designers from San Francisco interior designers, Boston interior designers and more!

Thanks Susi !!

xxLily